CampsiteGROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC✓ Reservable♿ Accessible

Site Brown Shelter — Cave Run Dam Tailwater

Cave Run Dam Tailwater · Kentucky

Campsite Brown Shelter at Cave Run Dam Tailwater in Kentucky. GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 50 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

← Back to Cave Run Dam Tailwater
38.11711, -83.53679
Open in OpenStreetMap

Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Vehicle Length
60
Max Num of Vehicles
45
Driveway Surface
Paved

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
50
Pets Allowed
Yes

How Site Brown Shelter Compares

  • One of 2 sites at Cave Run Dam Tailwater.
  • ADA accessible — one of only 2 accessible sites at this campground.

Permitted Equipment

BoatCAR

Booking Tips for Site Brown Shelter

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 10:00 AM / 10:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite Brown Shelter?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site Brown Shelter?

Maximum occupancy is 50 people and 45 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site Brown Shelter?

Max vehicle length is 60 ft.

What hookups does site Brown Shelter have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site Brown Shelter?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

Is site Brown Shelter ADA accessible?

Yes — this site is marked as ADA accessible. Check Recreation.gov for specific accessibility features.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 10:00 AM. Check-out: 10:00 PM.